Sunderland to get Sidwell after African Nations Cup

The former Reading star, 25, has agreed to go to the Stadium of Light for the remainder of the season and will move to Wearside at the end of the month once Chelsea's get their players back from the African Nations Cup.

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Set for Sunderland switch: Chelsea midfielder Steve Sidwell

Meanwhile Crystal Palace boss Neil Warnock has been alerted by Sunderland's decision to listen to offers for full back Greg Halford.